Why Culturally Specific Care is Crucial as Canada’s Senior Population Becomes More Diverse
Dec 18, 2023, 10:58 AM
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CTV News
For the fifth and final installment of CTV News' "Aging in Canada" series, EA's data on senior population growth and seniors in racialized groups sheds a light on the challenges faced by diverse communities and the need for cultural competency in long-term care
The number of seniors in Canada's visible minority population is expected to nearly triple over the next 20 years, according to data projections. As the country's senior population becomes increasingly diverse, experts say health-care systems are not adequately equipped to meet their needs.
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